{"product_id":"yasaka-spinate-short-pips-rubber","title":"Yasaka Spinate Short Pips Rubber","description":"\u003cp class=\"kidspo-catch\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAn attacking short pips rubber whose horizontal pip layout and tension aim for both spin and bounce\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-lead\"\u003eA tension-type (a type with tension applied to raise its rebound) short pips rubber (a rubber whose pips face outward), designed with an emphasis on attack. It adopts \"STS\", which is meant to increase the ability to put spin on the ball, and a horizontal pip layout (pips lined up sideways). It suits players who want to use both smashes and drives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eIt uses \"STS\" (Spin Tension System), a mechanism meant to increase the ability to put spin on the ball.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe pips are lined up horizontally, a construction that makes it easier to put spin on the ball. Being a tension-type, it also has bounce.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's own rating scale (Mark V = 10): Speed 9+, Spin 9, Control 9+.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSponge hardness is 37–42° (as published by Yasaka). Three thicknesses are offered, from Medium-thick to Extra thick. Made in Germany.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRecommended for\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eFast-attack players who play close to the table and want to use both smashes and drives with short pips\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAnyone looking for an offensive short pips rubber that can put spin on the ball\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003ePlayers with an unorthodox attack-and-defense style who want an offensive short pips rubber on one side\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePros and things to consider\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePros\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOn Yasaka's own ratings, Speed 9+, Spin 9 and Control 9+ are evenly balanced, with no lopsided figure.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe horizontal pips and STS make it easier to put spin on the ball, even with short pips.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eThings to consider\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eOnly Medium-thick, Thick and Extra thick are offered, so it is not for players who want a thinner sponge.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf you are switching from an inverted rubber, it takes practice to get used to the feel at impact.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable class=\"kidspo-spec\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eYasaka (Yasaka Co., Ltd.)\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eTension-type short pips rubber\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpeed\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e9+\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSpin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e9\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eControl\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e9+\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eSponge hardness\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003e37–42°\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eColor options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eRed \/ Black\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eThickness options\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eMedium-thick \/ Thick \/ Extra thick\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eItem number\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eB-42\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\u003ctd\u003eGermany\u003c\/td\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"kidspo-note\"\u003eSpeed, Spin, Control, Sponge hardness are Yasaka's own published ratings; they cannot be compared with other manufacturers' figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdl class=\"kidspo-faq\"\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. What is STS?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. It stands for Spin Tension System, a mechanism adopted in this rubber to increase its ability to put spin on the ball.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003cdt\u003eQ. Can I choose the thickness?\u003c\/dt\u003e\u003cdd\u003eA. You can choose from three: Medium-thick, Thick and Extra thick. There are two colors; please check the option selector on this page for the color and thickness combinations offered.\u003c\/dd\u003e\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBefore you buy\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul class=\"kidspo-notes\"\u003e\u003cli\u003eThis item is ordered from our supplier after you place your order, then shipped from Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eIf it is out of stock at the manufacturer or supplier, delivery may take longer. If a restock is not expected, we may cancel your order. We will contact you by email in either case.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eShips from Osaka, Japan by Japan Post. We ship this item to Australia and Brazil. It cannot be shipped to the United States. Shipping fees are shown at checkout.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eAustralia: no import duty or GST for orders of A$1,000 or less.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eBrazil: import taxes (about 93–100% of the order value including shipping) are paid by the recipient on delivery. Your CPF number is required for customs; we will ask for it by email after you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eThe racket is sold separately. The price is for one sheet of rubber.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eUse table tennis glue to attach the rubber. Covering the surface with protection film after play helps it last longer.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eImages are for illustration. Colors may look different depending on your screen.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003eSpecifications and design may change without notice.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"YASAKA","offers":[{"title":"Red \/ Medium-thick","offer_id":67596553715894,"sku":"YSK-B42-23-CA","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Thick","offer_id":67596553748662,"sku":"YSK-B42-23-A","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Red \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596553781430,"sku":"YSK-B42-23-TA","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Thick","offer_id":67596553814198,"sku":"YSK-B42-90-A","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black \/ Extra thick","offer_id":67596553846966,"sku":"YSK-B42-90-TA","price":4310.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0507\/9079\/3398\/files\/71ZOwbpTCPL.jpg?v=1791364275","url":"https:\/\/kidspo.top\/en\/products\/yasaka-spinate-short-pips-rubber","provider":"KIDSPO-カジュアル\u0026スポーツブランドのお店-","version":"1.0","type":"link"}